1 May 2021 at 14:00

02
Full Time
Referee: L. Swabey

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Walsall4wins
1draws8 meetings
Morecambe3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

25%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (31%) — the odds may underestimate Walsall.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.6%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 32.5%Draw 29.9%Away 43.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.003.252.29
Max3.143.522.37
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
Market favourite:Morecambe · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market30.6%27.3%42.0%
Public market30.7%29.2%40.1%
Δ1.9%1.9%

Walsall vs Morecambe — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Morecambe
Result vs. Market: Morecambe (43%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

WalsallHalf-time:01Morecambe
7Shots7
0Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
22/02/25Morecambe0–2Walsall4.54/3.74/1.74
10/08/24Walsall1–0Morecambe1.63/3.95/4.99
20/02/24Walsall3–0Morecambe1.95/3.48/3.87
05/08/23Morecambe2–1Walsall2.60/3.15/2.71
01/05/21Walsall0–2Morecambe3.08/3.34/2.32
19/01/21Morecambe1–1Walsall2.39/3.47/2.88
28/01/20Walsall0–2Morecambe1.86/3.52/4.54
17/09/19Morecambe0–1Walsall3.13/3.36/2.37

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Walsall

W 131D 109L 115
Over 2.545
Goals scored440

Away Record: Morecambe

W 229D 196L 302
Over 2.550
Goals scored890

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Morecambe defeated Walsall 2:0. The match was played in League Two 2020. Goals were scored by C. Stockton 45′, Y. Songo'o 77′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Walsall had 74% possession while Morecambe held 26%. Walsall had 7 shots (0 on target) compared to 7 (4 on target) for Morecambe. Walsall made 2 substitutions, Morecambe made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Walsall and Morecambe — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Walsall
Morecambe
Kick Off
Half Time
58′Yann Songo'o
62′
F. PriceB. Pringle
J. GordonC. Lavery
65′
77′
Y. Songo'o
L. KinsellaA. Bates
82′
89′
L. McAlindenA. Denny
90+3′
Y. SongooA. Kenyon
90+4′
N. Knight-PercivalH. Davis
Full Time

Match Statistics

Walsall had 74% possession against Morecambe's 26%. Walsall registered 7 shots (0 on target) while Morecambe managed 7 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 10–11.

0Shots on Goal4
4Shots off Goal2
7Total Shots7
3Blocked Shots1
5Shots insidebox6
2Shots outsidebox1
10Fouls11
8Corner Kicks3
2Offsides0
74%Ball Possession26%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves0
563Total passes202
435Passes accurate96
77%Passes %48%

Lineups

Walsall lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under B. Dutton, while Morecambe deployed a 4-2-3-1 under D. Adams.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Walsall is 6.30, compared to — for Morecambe. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Walsall's highest-rated starter is J. Gordon (6.30), while Morecambe's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Walsall deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Morecambe's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Walsall field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Morecambe's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Walsall start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.30, compared to 1 for Morecambe averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 100% for Walsall and —% for Morecambe. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Walsall's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: J. Gordon (31), oldest: J. Gordon (31)), while Morecambe average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Walsall's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Morecambe. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Walsall4-3-34-2-3-1Morecambe
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Rose5Clarke24White6Scarr3Melbour.8Kinsella23Osadebe15McDonald20Perry10Gordon27Wright1Letheren3Hendrie5Lavelle8Diagour.4Knight-.24Songo'o15Lyons21Cooney23Price19McAlind.9Stockton

Substitutes

Coach: B. Dutton

Substitutes

Coach: D. Adams

WalsallPosition StrengthMorecambe
6.30
Avg Rating
6.30Forward (3 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
Walsall4-3-3
13GoalkeeperJ. Rose
5DefenderJ. Clarke
24DefenderH. White
6DefenderD. Scarr
3DefenderM. Melbourne
8MidfielderL. Kinsella
23MidfielderE. Osadebe
20MidfielderS. Perry
15ForwardW. McDonald
10ForwardJ. Gordon6.3
27ForwardT. Wright
Morecambe4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperK. Letheren
3DefenderS. Hendrie
5DefenderS. Lavelle
4DefenderN. Knight-Percival
21DefenderR. Cooney
8MidfielderT. Diagouraga
24MidfielderY. Songo'o
15MidfielderB. Lyons
23MidfielderF. Price
19MidfielderL. McAlinden
9ForwardC. Stockton

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Walsall have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Morecambe show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Walsall

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Morecambe

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026